Former West End MATILDA Will Play Hermione in New HARRY POTTER Series
by Joshua Wright - May 27, 2025
The HBO Original Harry Potter series has cast Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton - best known for playing Matilda in the West End—as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. Production is set to begin this summer.
HBO's HARRY POTTER Television Series Casts Central Trio
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2025
The HBO Original HARRY POTTER television series has cast screen newcomers Dominic McLaughlin in the role of Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley.
Review: HAMLET, Starring Luke Thallon
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 23, 2025
What do Shakespeare and James Cameron have in common? Before Rupert Goold took hold of the Bard’s tragic masterpiece, the answer would have been ‘nothing’. The soon-to-be artistic director of the Old Vic returns to the Royal Shakespeare Company after 14 years to offer a blockbuster Hamlet. Elsinore becomes a royal battleship and everything happens in less than one night in April 1912. Goold makes some daring choices, placing a lot of faith in his public and letting them interpret and assume certain twists in his vision.
Interview: 'It's Irritating To Be Suddenly Old and Wise': Actor Elliot Levey on Playing Polonius in HAMLET
by Kat Mokrynski - Feb 8, 2025
A new production of Hamlet is arriving at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Directed by Rupert Goold and starring Luke Thallon in the titular role, the play, which is being described as “high concept,” promises to bring a new take to the iconic story. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Elliot Levey, who plays Polonius, the father of Ophelia and Laertes. We discussed how Shakespeare has been a part of his acting career since he first auditioned for the National Youth Theatre, how one should treat the work of Shakespeare and even how he connects with Polonius as a father himself!
Nancy Carroll, Jared Harris, and More Will Lead The RSC's HAMLET
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2024
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced further casting for Hamlet, directed by the multi award-winning Rupert Goold and running in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre from Saturday 8 February – Saturday 29 March 2025, with press night on Tuesday 18 February 2025.
THE BUDDHA OF SUBURBIA and More Set For RSC's Winter Season at the Barbican
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2024
Alongside one world premiere, three new Shakespeare productions and a major revival going on sale at Stratford, RSC Co-Artistic Directors, Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey, have announced their first Winter season at the Barbican, which sees two critically acclaimed productions transfer from Stratford-upon-Avon.
Video: Michael Stuhlbarg Talks Returning to Broadway in PATRIOTS
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 7, 2024
Tony-nominated actor Michael Stuhlbarg joined Good Morning America on Thursday to discuss returning to Broadway in the play Patriots, after almost 20 years away. 'It's a good comeback, indeed,' the actor admitted. 'I'm so happy to be back. It's been a wonderful run so far. It's an amazing company...we're having a great time.' Watch the full interview!
Photos: PATRIOTS Company Celebrates Opening Night
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 24, 2024
Michael Stuhlbarg is back on Broadway in Patriots, the timely new play by Peter Morgan, and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold. The production officially opened earlier this week at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre and BroadwayWorld was there for the celebration. Check out photos of the cast and creative team on the red carpet here!
Photos: The Cast of PATRIOTS Takes Their Opening Night Curtain Call
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 23, 2024
Michael Stuhlbarg is back on Broadway in Patriots, the timely new play by Peter Morgan, and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold. See photos from inside opening night as the show's company officially kicks off their Broadway run at curtain calls!
Review Roundup: Peter Morgan's PATRIOTS Arrives on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2024
Michael Stuhlbarg is back on Broadway in Patriots, the timely new play by Peter Morgan, and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold. BroadwayWorld is pulling together the concensus from the New York City critics and you can check out they are saying about the new play below!
Photos: The Cast of PATRIOTS Takes Their First Broadway Bow
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 2, 2024
Previews are now underway for Patriots, which began performances on April 1 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. The cast took their first bows, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the moment. Check out photos here!